I agree: Make a deal with a driver* to take you around for a few, or several, hours.
Get a city map and point out places where you want to go. Get off the main streets.
Treat him to lunch, take a chance: ask him where to go for the best Thai food.
*Choose a cute driver & ride up front--You may not see as much of the city...but you might see 'more' of him. :tongue: